This transgene encodes the rearranged T cell receptor beta chain of the LMR16.2 T cell hybridoma, derived from the Leishmania major specific TH1 clone 9.1-2, which recognizes the LACK (Leishmania homolog of receptors for activated C kinase) antigen expressed by both stages of the Leishmania parasite. (J:66562, J:165700)